About the book
Beloved author-illustrator David McPhail crafts a simple, powerful allegory about the safety of home and the strength of unconditional love.
After a long night of foraging, a tired raccoon returns home to sleep in Old Tree's branches by the shore. Suddenly, a howling wind comes up! Waves smash! Thunderbolts crash! Danger after danger assails Old Tree; oblivious to the raging storm, the raccoon sleeps on, safely sheltered in its branches. Though all seems lost, Old Tree never gives up on the raccoon—and the raccoon never gives up on Old Tree.
This classic tale is sure to warm the heart.
Editions of The Searcher and Old Tree
- Hardcover
- ISBN 9781580892230
- Paperback
- ISBN 9781580892247
Read an Excerpt
Beloved author-illustrator David McPhail crafts a simple, powerful allegory about the safety of home and the strength of unconditional love.
After a long night of foraging, a tired raccoon returns home to sleep in Old Tree's branches by the shore. Suddenly, a howling wind comes up! Waves smash! Thunderbolts crash! Danger after danger assails Old Tree; oblivious to the raging storm, the raccoon sleeps on, safely sheltered in its branches. Though all seems lost, Old Tree never gives up on the raccoon—and the raccoon never gives up on Old Tree.
This classic tale is sure to warm the heart.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Searcher and Old Tree about?
Beloved author-illustrator David McPhail crafts a simple, powerful allegory about the safety of home and the strength of unconditional love.
After a long night of foraging, a tired raccoon returns home to sleep in Old Tree's branches by the shore. Suddenly, a howling wind comes up! Waves smash! Thunderbolts crash! Danger after danger assails Old Tree; oblivious to the raging storm, the raccoon sleeps on, safely sheltered in its branches. Though all seems lost, Old Tree never gives up on the raccoon—and the raccoon never gives up on Old Tree.
This classic tale is sure to warm the heart.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in The Searcher and Old Tree?
Children’s, Teenage and Educational > Children’s / Teenage fiction and true stories > Children’s / Teenage fiction: Relationship stories > Children’s / Teenage fiction: Friendship stories
Where can I read a sample of The Searcher and Old Tree?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9781580892230
Who is/are the Author/s of the book The Searcher and Old Tree?
David McPhail
Who is the Publisher of the book The Searcher and Old Tree?
Charlesbridge
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
The Searcher and Old Tree is available as hardcover(ISBN 9781580892230) and paperback(ISBN 9781580892247)
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